Presidents Newsletter

CONTENTS Stan Calvert Memorial Cup 2012 SU Elections Student Advice Centre RAG Freshers Week 2012 Parents and Carers Change One Thing Hall Rep By-Elections CDM Rise Up SU shop and Mensbar Activities Give it a GO Go Play Events Course Rep. Conference Jesmond Community Festival 2012 Intra mural Debating Competition 2012 International Womens Week Street Scenes Dirty Little Ruckers Ball NUTS season Discover Islam Week

Stan Calvert Memorial Cup 2012

All day, Sunday 4th March An event not to be missed - every year, Newcastle battles it out against our Northumbria counterparts in 25 sports, with the hope of winning that all-important Stan Calvert Memorial Cup! Hop on the Metro a short distance to the Gateshead International Stadium and support Team Newcastle as they attempt to make history by winning the Cup for a fifth consecutive year! There are 7 sports taking place at the stadium throughout the day, including the showpiece event; Mens Rugby Union match (7.30pm KO). Tickets are available to buy from the Sports Centre and Student Union Reception for 5 each, and also outside the SU on selected days. Go to www.facebook.com/events/337062316336199/ for more info, or e-mail Athletic Union Officer, Alice at au.union@ncl.ac.uk

SU Elections

1pm, Monday 5th March, The Venue, SU building. Come along to the Candidates Question Time and hear how nominees for he Officer positions would run your Students Union next year Voting will be open at www.nusu.co.uk/vote 4pm on Monday 5th 12pm Thursday 8th March.

SAC

Student Finance The portal is now open for 2012/13 entrants for Student Funding (new and returning students) this is the link: www.direct.gov.uk/en/EducationAndLearning/UniversityAndHigherEducation/StudentFinance/ DG_200488?cid=rss Livechat The Student Advice Centre runs a LIVECHAT service which can mean you can access an adviser online, see www.nusu.co.uk/saclivechat

RAG

Saturday 10th March, Jailbreak is back!! Following the amazing success of Jailbreak 2011, with teams reaching all over Europe, Canada and South Africa we have brought Jailbreak back for 2012! In pairs or groups of 3 you have 30 hours to travel as far away from Newcastle as possible entirely for FREE! Be it hitch-hiking, blagging your way onto a plane/train/ferry/bus anything goes... as long as its legal! The cost of taking part is 20pp and this covers your t-shirt and insurance for the adventure Minimum sponsorship is 100 per person, last year we raised a total of 10, 000 lets see if we can do that again this year!!! E-mail georgina.nunan@ncl.ac.uk to request an application form (each member must complete one) and then just e-mail it straight back. All money raised goes to KidsCan - lets raise a huge amount of money for this INCREDIBLE charity and have the adventure of a lifetime! Head to: www.facebook.com/events/321411274573985/ to find out more.

Freshers Week 2012

Crew Interviews: 10am-5pm , 24th-27th April, Planning Room, SU. Supervisor & Chief Interviews: 10am-5pm , 19th-20th April. Fancy getting to do Freshers Week all over again, for free?! Come along for a Freshers Crew interview! Application forms will be available from the Student Union Reception and library from Monday 12th March, you can also download it from our Facebook page. So when does it all kick of? Freshers Week 2012 is Saturday 22nd - Thursday 27th September. Add us on facebook: www.facebook.com/NUSUfwo Follow us on twitter: @NUSUfwo E-mail us at: freshers.week@newcastle.ac.uk Chris, Harry, Ivan and Megan x (Freshers Week Organisers 2012)

Parents and Carers

Are you a student parent or carer? If so, and you are interested in meeting others then please add yourselves to the Facebook group (www.facebook.com/#!/groups/205026232927074/)or like the [NUSU] Parents and Carers Page (www.facebook.com/#!/pages/NUSU-Parents-Carers-Officer/214442111955751) to find out about upcoming events and activities. Or e-mail me at parentscarers.union@ncl.ac.uk. I look forward to meeting you all! Sofia (Student Parents and Carers Officer)

Change One Thing

There are over 40 NEW suggestions on Change One Thing! This is a great way to initiate change at University and on our campus. Go to: www.nusu.co.uk/changeonething and rate the suggestions. If any receive over 40 likes in a month, it could become official Students Union policy. BE THE CHANGE!

Hall Rep. By-Elections

The Hall Rep By-elections have now closed. To find out who has been elected in your Halls of Residence, make sure you take a look at the Hall Rep webpage (www.nusu.co.uk/hallrep) or e-mail George (rdc.union@ncl.ac.uk) with any questions.

CDM
Be inspired by the real world instead of having to face another text book! You can earn 20 course credits for volunteer work outside the classroom through the Career Development Module next academic year. Interested? Visit www.nusu.co.uk/CDM for more information or e-mail Elyse cdm.union@ncl.ac.uk.

Rise Up
Calling all future business stars, here is your chance to shine Rise Up invites students from all degree disciplines and all stages to unleash their enterprising potential - you dont have to have any business experience to become involved! Like the Rise Up Facebook page (www.facebook.com/NURiseUp) to keep up to date with the NU Apprentice competition and for further information, drop in to The Elevator (Careers Service, Level 1, Kings Gate).

SU shop and Mensbar

Purchase any Fairtrade product in the SU shop and be entered in our free prize draw to win a Fairtrade hamper of goodies worth 20. With Easter on its way, try one of our new Sweet Shop Cocktails at MENS Bar. Starting in March, purchase a Cocktail and receive a receipt which can be redeemed at the SU shop for a free chocolate egg.

ACTIVITIES GIAG
Give it a Go is back this term with all kinds of fun FREE or low cost activities for you to reinvent your spare time and enjoy yourself this Spring term! Coming up before the Easter break we have; a FREE Murder Mystery Night; a FREE Salsa lesson; a trip to Edinburgh Castle for just 15 and much more! Go to www.nusu.co.uk/giag for all details, and e-mail Emily on giag.union@ncl.ac.uk to book your spaces NOW!

Go Play
This term, more fun, free (or very cheap) sport for everyone! Volleyball, Basketball, Table Tennis, Korfball, Netball, Street Cheer, Running, Golf... and 2 dodgeball tournaments!! Check out our website for more information: www.nusu.co.uk/goplay Charity Dodgeball Tournaments (in aid of Sport Relief) 1pm, Friday 9th March, CPRS. 3pm, Saturday 10th March, SU building.

Register your teams NOW - strictly limited to 12 teams per tournament - entry fee is a donation to Sport Relief! Register in person (1st floor, Activities Centre, SU) or e-mail Jo at active.union@ncl.ac.uk. Teams: minimum 6 players (must be 1 female member minimum for each match). FANCY DRESS IS HEAVILY ENCOURAGED - Prizes for the winning team and the best dressed player of the tournament!

EVENTS
For all SU events please see: www.nusu.co.uk/events Course Rep. Conference 11am-5pm, Wednesday 14th March 2012. Are you a Student Rep? If so, dont forget to book your place at the Course Rep Conference. For more information about the conference and to book, check out the webpage (www.)or e-mail George (rdc.union@ncl.ac.uk). Jesmond Community Festival 2012 Friday 27th April Sunday 13th May A comedy evening, jazz night, journalism boot-camp and volunteer taster sessions in Jesmond as well as a night full of talent organised by the Student Union are just some of the attractions in the forthcoming eighth annual Jesmond Community Festival. There is something for everyone, most events are free and open to all, but advance booking may be needed for popular events, a full programme is available at www.jesmond.uk.net/festival Volunteers are needed to help steward the festival parade on Saturday 28th April 11am-12noon, no road traffic qualifications are required, if interested please e-mail Sarah Hodgson (NUSU Community Officer) at community.union@ncl.ac.uk Invitation to the NUSU Intramural Debating Competition 2012 12pm, Wednesday 14th March 2012 Want to pit your wit against some of Newcastles brightest students? Then the annual Intramural Debating Competition offers the perfect opportunity to flex your analytical skills alongside novice debaters for a cash prize. If youve never debated before at University or missed your chance, now is the perfect time to try your hand in a relaxed competition open to all Newcastle students. You will be competing in teams of 2, with 3 rounds and the top 4 teams competing in a grand final for the title. Visit www.newcastledebating.com or email Lindon (debates.union@ncl.ac.uk) for more information.

NCL+ awards

Nominations deadline: Monday 19th March 10 chances to win 300! Are you - or one of your friends - involved in a hobby, society, voluntary work, or any other extracurricular activity? The ncl+ Student Achievement Awards are a great way to gain recognition for your hard work. Nominate yourself or one of your friends for the chance to win a cash prize at the glittering awards ceremony, set to take place on Tuesday 1st May at the Great North Museum. There are 10 award categories in total, offering something for everyone - from media and the environment through to sport, the arts and community spirit. There are also three society awards too. The winner in each category will scoop 300, and each runner-up receives 100 a grand total of 4000 prize money! The deadline to enter is noon on 19th March 2012. Make sure you dont miss out! Find out more about the awards and enter online. www.ncl.ac.uk/students/nclplus/awards/achievement/

International Womens Week

7.30pm, Tuesday 6th March, The Venue, SU. Free film showing of Made in Dagenham with a short discussion about inspirational women and FREE refreshments. For more information see the Facebook event www.facebook.com/#!/events/259610107453006 or e-mail Esta (gender.union@ncl.ac.uk). 5.50pm, Thursday 8th March, History Room, SU. This is what a feminist looks like, short talk with pictures and statements being taken. White t-shirts with this is what a feminist looks like in pink blue or red can be bought from the Welfare & Equality Officer (Level 0, SU) for 2. All proceeds go to the Tyneside Rape Crisis Centre. CLUBS & SOCIETIES EVENTS Street Scenes 7pm-11pm, Wednesday 14th March, World Headquarters. The DJ Society, Dance Society and several local hip-hop/break dancers will be busting some moves. Tickets are being sold outside the SU 11am - 2pm, Monday 5th March. 4 advance. Facebook event www.facebook.com/#!/events/183014861803564/ Dirty Little Ruckers Ball 7.30pm-1am, Saturday 10th March, Old Assembly Rooms.

The Womens Rugby Club

The Womens Rugby Club are organising a ball to fundraise for their club and also raise awareness of womens rugby. Its set to be a great night with a 4-course meal, half bottle of wine, guest speaker, live band, DJ and more for only 35! Anyone is welcome so get involved Please e-mail Charlotte (c.flint@ncl.ac.uk) if you want to book. Tables available in 8, 10 or 12.

NUTS season
Motortown by Simon Stephens. 7.45pm, 1st 3rd March, Culture Lab. A Chorus Line by Kirkwood and Dante. 7.30pm, 5th 7th March, Northern Stage. The Midnight Oil by Ben Schwarz. 8pm, 8th 10th March, Northern Stage.

Discover Islam Week

The Islamic Society at Newcastle University is hosting this years Discover Islam Week (DIW) between Monday 5th March and Friday 9th March 2012. It will consist of an Exhibition and a series of lectures. See the Facebook event for more information: www.facebook.com/newcastle.isoc#!/events/289743074424379/

Laura Perry

President 2011-12 Newcastle University Students Union